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A quick definition of pad:
Term: PAD
Definition: When a lawyer or paralegal says they worked more hours than they actually did, it's called "padding." This means they're exaggerating the amount of time they spent on a task to make it seem like they worked harder than they did. It's not an honest way to bill for their work.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: To overstate the number of billable hours worked, typically done by lawyers or paralegals.
Example: The lawyer padded his bill by claiming he worked 10 hours on a task that only took him 5 hours to complete.
Explanation: The example illustrates how a lawyer can exaggerate the amount of time they spent on a task in order to charge more money for their services. This practice is unethical and can result in legal consequences for the lawyer.